Red flag hoisted at Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District
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Attention TV/Radio Announcers:

Please broadcast the following as soon as possible and repeat it at regular intervals:

Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (June 21) that due to the water quality of the Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District has been classified as Grade 4 as advised by the Environmental Protection Department, the red flag was hoisted at the beach. Swimmers are advised not to swim in the beach.

Ends/Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Issued at HKT 12:58

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